Brian Russell Michaels

Brian Michaels is a California attorney with Law Office of Brian Michaels in Beverly Hills, CA.

The State Bar of California lists Brian Russell Michaels as an Active licensee, bar number 172086, admitted in November 1994. The State Bar record names the law school as Univ of LaVerne COL. We checked this record on October 24, 2026.

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Practice areas listed for Brian Michaels

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Criminal Law. In general, this area covers the defense and prosecution of crimes, from misdemeanors to felonies. Most California crimes are defined in the Penal Code.

Elder Law. In general, this area covers legal issues for older adults, such as long-term care, conservatorships and elder abuse.

Family Law. In general, this area covers divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support and related matters. The California Family Code governs these cases.

Domestic Violence. In general, this area covers criminal charges and restraining orders that involve abuse between family or household members.

DUI & DWI. In general, this area covers charges for driving under the influence and the related DMV license process. California's main DUI statute is Vehicle Code section 23152.

According to the State Bar record, the attorney also speaks Spanish.

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